Young Catholic Scholars - Writing Workshop

St. Lawrence Catholic Campus Center

September 12, 2001

 

…from him to whom much is given, much will be required. (Luke 12:48)

 

 

Introductions

         

Speaker: Charlotte Ostermann - background, motivation, promise

        { Excerpts of published writing - Copies available}

 

How to Benefit from this Workshop

       

        *  Humility, a teachable spirit

        *  Vision, a see-through spirit

        *  Energy, a will-do spirit

 

Categories of Problems

 

        1.  Content - Double check your facts

        {Sample paper, yellow pencil - practice together}

       

2.  Mechanics - Read out loud, exchange with a friend, get help

        {Sample paper, red pencil - practice together}

        {Handout - Mechanics Issues}

       

3.  Grammar/Expression/Style - Be well read yourself, ask for input

        {Sample paper, green pencil - practice together}

        {Handout - Usage Issues}

        (Handout - Recommended Reading for Writers}

       

4.  Structure - Clear thinking, thesis control, what is your purpose?

        {Handout - Process and Structure}

 

Working with your 'Editor'

 

        A deadline is a good thing!

Know your schedule - plan and prepare - respect your teachers

Get a copy of your paper to me at least 2 days in advance of meeting

Do your homework before resubmitting